My Story

I became interested in woodworking when I was a child. Both of my grandfathers were very handy and skilled. I still use some of the items that they made for me when I was young. When I got older they started to teach me how to build things. First it started with a lot of assistance and supervision but as time went on I gained confidence and began building my own projects.  Then I took a woodworking class when I was in middle school and I was hooked. I also earned the woodworking merit badge when I was a Boy Scout to further my skills.

 

When I was in high school I rebuilt the deck on my family home. It wasn't perfect but I sure learned a lot. Especially how to work with the mistakes I made along the way. 

​

There were years where my only woodworking involved repairs around the places I was living, whether it be an apartment or a single family home. I also helped numerous friends with various projects. In the early 2000's I rebuilt the deck on my own home. I doubled the size of it just in time for a surprise birthday party for my wife. She wasn't sure why I was spending so many late nights working (scrambling really) to get the thing done in time. It wasn't perfect but it was done, looked pretty good and was sturdy. 

​

Which brings me to today. I had taken some time away from woodworking but decided to get back into it. It's been a labor of love and I'm excited to see what the future will bring.